Machine Construction and Drawing (Classic Reprint)

Edward Tomkins

ISBN 10: 0282233717 / ISBN 13: 9780282233716

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a practical guide to machine construction and drawing for engineering students and professionals. It introduces readers to the principles of mechanical drawing, including the use of scales and the different types of projections used in engineering. The book then moves on to discuss the various components of machines, including nuts, bolts, rivets, shafts, bearings, and couplings. Each component is described in detail, and the author provides clear instructions on how to draw it. The book also includes a chapter on screws, which are an essential component of many machines. The author explains the different types of screws and how to draw them accurately. This book is a valuable resource for anyone who needs to learn how to draw machines. It is written in a clear and concise style, and the author provides plenty of examples to illustrate the principles he is discussing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780282233716_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Machine Construction and Drawing (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282233717
• ISBN 13: 9780282233716
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Engineering

About this title

Synopsis

Master the fundamentals of machine construction and drawing for real‑world engineering

This introductory guide teaches the essentials of representing machinery through practical drawing.

It covers the core ideas of orthographic projection, scales, and the relationship between form and function, with an emphasis on creating clear, usable drawings.

Designed for the general student and the engineering apprentice, the book combines theory with progressive, hands‑on exercises. It shows how to depict machines accurately, from the overall shape to the details of parts and assemblies, including moving parts and key joints.

• How to read and create accurate machine drawings using standard projection and scale
• Techniques for illustrating shafts, gears, belts, screws, and fasteners
• Guidance on working, finished, and detail drawings for practical use
• Tips on planning layouts, dimensions, and the notation used in mechanical drawing

Ideal for readers starting in machine drawing, this edition lays a solid foundation for more advanced study in engineering graphics and practice.